The author's passion for engineering began at a young age, building various DIY projects and experimenting with different materials.Discovering the power of CAD and design software fueled the author's interest in engineering, realizing it was about more than just physical building.The author chose mechanical engineering over other fields due to their interest in the physical mechanics of machines and hands-on design.The author is currently focused on learning about AI-powered mechanical design and how machine learning can optimize engineering processes.